What is the difference between jam and preserves?

Chef's answer
Jam: Jam is made with mashed fruit. Preserves: Preserves have whole fruit or large pieces of fruit. Some fruits such as blackberries or raspberries will not stay whole during the processing so there may not be much difference between raspberry jam and raspberry preserve. ... Butters: Butters are made from pureed fruit.
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Jam: Jam is made with mashed fruit. Preserves: Preserves have whole fruit or large pieces of fruit. Some fruits such as blackberries or raspberries will not stay whole during the processing so there may not be much difference between raspberry jam and raspberry preserve. ... Butters: Butters are made from pureed fruit.
Use citrus juices, such as lemon, lime, and orange, which are also high in citric acid, or use pineapple, grape, and cranberry juices that have Vitamin C added. Each juice adds its own flavor and color to the apples..
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